1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Cherry |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |